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All the Leeds “freedom parties” starting at 00:01 on July 19
Clubbing returns at one minute past midnight on July 19th and Leeds' promoters are raring to go. These are the unlocking parties you don't want to miss.
As "freedom day" approaches at break-neck speed, a whole host of clubs in Leeds are preparing to throw open their doors at one minute past midnight for clubbers who just can't wait any longer.
Sounds good? We thought so too.
If you can't wait any longer for a dance, check out these club nights below for some freedom party inspiration.
Leeds' BIG Re-Opening Party at The Backroom
This speakeasy bar, event space and nightclub on Call Lane is throwing open its doors at one minute past midnight for a huge party to celebrate the return of nightlife in Leeds. There'll be DJs across two floors and hundreds of other party-goers to rave alongside. Open until 6am, head down for a selection of the finest hip-hop, house, and r&b from DJs Dan Hills, Chris Powell and friends.
Clubbing returns at one minute past midnight on July 19th and Leeds' promoters are raring to go / Image: Mint Warehouse
00:01 Return Of The Dancefloor at SPACE
Down one of Leeds' most iconic underground venues, there's a packed lineup of 11 different DJs on the roster as SPACE returns to the fore. Headlined by DANNY T, the main room will see all things house, bass and hard-hitting anthems, whilst room 2 will focus on r&b, hip-hop and urban jams.
Think three rooms, world-class DJ’s and live performances from entertainers at Pryzm. The doors will open at bang on 00:01 for one of the biggest unlocking parties in the city.
The countdown for the return of clubbing is on as "freedom day" approaches / Image: The Warehouse Leeds
The Freedom Raves at The Warehouse
Hosted in partnership with Sleepin' Is Cheatin', The Warehouse will host a huge midnight rave to celebrate the return of nightlife to the city. Expect a solid six hours of tech-house vibes and belting four to the floor anthems. The Warehouse is also throwing a part two on Monday 19th.
System presents The Grand Reopening at Mint Warehouse
This huge night of techno and house has already been arranged a few times due to changes in the unlocking dates. Archie Hamilton, Sofi and Annie Errez. Tickets are sold out for this one but you can join the waiting list here.
Freedom Day All-Nighter at Mean-Eyed Cat Bar
Party until sunrise at this Merrion Street bar with free entry and banging cocktails going through right up to 6 am. No tickets needed., just turn up and get stuck in.
A clock-strikes-midnight party at Manahatta, Greek Street
New York-inspired bar Manahatta on Greek Street will be partying into the early hours of 3am on 19th July, with a clock-strikes-midnight party marking the end of all restrictions in England. There will be a new years eve style countdown at midnight with confetti and fifty glasses of free prosecco at the bar to toast to the start of a new clubbing era. Booking is encouraged but not necessary.
Feature image - The Warehouse Leeds.
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Award-winning vintage retailer announces new store in Leeds city centre
Popular vintage store brand Glass Onion is returning to Leeds with a brand-new permanent site.
Following the huge success of its temporary pop up shop in Leeds Trinity, Glass Onion is coming back with a bang and expanding into a larger, two-floor space in Leeds city centre.
They'll be taking over the old Levi's jeans unit on Lands Lane and will be opening on Wednesday 18 March, so we really don't have long to wait.
Customers can shop Leeds' best collection of sustainable vintage clothing with every piece hand selected for store at their Yorkshire HQ.
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Shop from an expertly curated mix of all your vintage favourites, including Y2K, techwear, workwear, sportswear, boho, and loads more.
The store will also feature big-name brands like The North Face, Nike, Levi’s, Adidas, and Harley Davidson, along with an exclusive Rare Archive section - home to some of Glass Onion’s rarest vintage finds.
Glass Onion’s journey began in 2005, when founder John started selling vintage clothing out of his grandma’s coal shed in Barnsley. They opened their first retail store in Sheffield in 2019, quickly becoming a local favourite and their commitment to quality and sustainability has earned them “Best Indie Retailer in Sheffield” and “Best Vintage Retailer in Sheffield” at the Exposed Magazine Awards for three consecutive years.
To celebrate the exciting launch, Glass Onion are offering free VIP tickets where shoppers will be treated to first entry as well as freebies and vouchers from Leeds indies and entry into a competition to win a £100 Glass Onion voucher to spend on the launch day.
Leeds Pride 2026 announces dates and first wave of acts for 20th anniversary celebration this summer
Clementine Hall
Leeds Pride has confirmed the dates for its 2026 festival, which will mark the event’s 20th anniversary this summer.
And you bet that organisers are pulling out all the stops.
The city-wide celebration champions local LGBTQ+ talent alongside world-class headline acts, and this year for the first time ever, celebrations will be held across two days on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 July 2026.
Headlining the main stage will be Strictly Come Dancing Icon and RuPaul’s Drag Race Star La Voix, Charlie XCX tribute performer Rachel Fuller and International Eurodance act Livin Joy.
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Joining them will be The Harry Styles Show and UK dance act Sweet Female Attitude. More acts and performers are due to be revealed in the coming months.
The announcement was made at the official Leeds Pride pre-festival campaign launch, held at Crowdedhouse and attended by Emmerdale’s Bradley Riches, sports star Keegan Hirst, council leaders and supporters of the annual event.
Leeds Pride will also feature a full weekend of diverse events, including the Leeds Pride Drag Brunch Fest, street parties across the city and of course the iconic Pride parade, which is set to be even bigger and better than ever before.
A Leeds Pride spokesperson said: "We're incredibly excited to celebrate 20 years of Leeds Pride. This milestone anniversary represents two decades of bringing our community together, championing LGBTQ+ voices and creating unforgettable moments.
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“Leeds Pride is growing and stronger than ever and we're committed to giving Northern LGBTQ+ performers a platform to shine. This 20th anniversary festival will be our biggest and best yet, but as we expand, we need public and sponsor support more than ever to make our vision a reality. We're calling on businesses and individuals to get behind Leeds Pride and help us deliver an incredible celebration that our community deserves.
“Expanding to two days for the first time shows just how far we've come, and we can't wait to welcome everyone back to Leeds this summer for what will be our most spectacular Pride yet."
More details will be announced soon and you can find out more here on the Leeds Pride website.
Georgina Pellant -
15th July 2021 
